Antique Digital Omega Memento Mori Gothic Pocket Watch Single Hand Skeleton dial

For sale is an exceptionally rare Antique Omega Digital Pocket Watch, dating to the early 1900s. This fascinating timepiece combines the renowned craftsmanship of Omega with a striking Memento Mori design, featuring skeletal figures and skull motifs on the dial—a vivid reminder of life’s transience.

The watch features an early digital display with a jumping hour aperture and peripheral minute track. The gunmetal case (stamped Omega) is fitted with a gilt crown and shows an attractive patina consistent with age. Inside, the watch houses a high-grade Omega movement with fine finishing, jeweled in up to three chatons, and is signed with the classic Omega logo. The movement runs perfectly and keeps accurate time.

Key Features:

• Maker: Omega
• Era: c.1900s
• Design: Gothic Memento Mori motif with skeletons and skulls
• Case: Original Omega gunmetal case with gilt crown
• Movement: High-grade Omega mechanical movement, jeweled, with up to 3 chatons
• Dial: Original hand-painted enamel dial with unique Memento Mori artwork
• Condition: Excellent working order, dial and movement well-preserved, case with natural antique patina
• Diameter: Approx. 49mm (excluding crown)
• Serial Number: 1973818 (case)

Historical Context:

The early 20th century saw Omega at the forefront of watchmaking innovation. This piece not only exemplifies Omega’s precision engineering but also reflects the cultural fascination with Memento Mori—Latin for “Remember You Must Die.” Such imagery was a philosophical reminder of mortality, popular in European art and objects from the Renaissance through the early 20th century. Watches featuring these motifs were cherished both as functional timekeepers and as symbolic artifacts.

Condition Report:

• Movement: Clean, high-grade, runs flawlessly.
• Dial: Original, hand-painted, excellent condition.
• Case: Original Omega gunmetal case with signs of age and patina, no significant dents.
• Glass: Original crystal in good condition.

Don’t miss the opportunity to acquire this rare Omega masterpiece that combines artistry, symbolism, and horological excellence.

📦 

Shipping & Handling:

Worldwide shipping with tracking. The watch will be packed carefully to ensure safe delivery.

✅ 

Authenticity Guaranteed It comes with an APPRAISAL CERTIFICATE FOR $2000

Buy with confidence—this is an authentic Omega timepiece from the early 1900s.